Description
A decadent pasta dish combining the richness of garlic butter and creamy cheese with tender, juicy seared beef—all wrapped around hearty rigatoni. This recipe is a perfect blend of comfort and sophistication, ideal for family dinners or impressing guests.
Ingredients
For the Beef & Garlic Butter Base:
- 1 lb beef sirloin or ribeye, cubed
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the Pasta:
- 12 oz rigatoni
- Water and salt (for boiling)
For the Creamy Cheese Sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
- ½ cup reserved pasta water
For Garnish:
- Fresh chopped parsley
- Extra grated Parmesan
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Boil rigatoni in salted water until just under al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water. Drain and set aside.
- Sear Beef: Heat oil in skillet. Season beef and sear in batches until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Make Garlic Butter Base: Melt butter in skillet, add garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
- Make Cheese Sauce: Lower heat. Add cream, then cheeses. Stir until smooth. Season with nutmeg and red pepper flakes. Thin with pasta water if needed.
- Combine: Toss in cooked rigatoni and beef. Mix gently to coat everything in sauce.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and Parmesan. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes